Physics. Cognate Courses: Graduate Programs. Undergraduate Programs. 184 Bishop s University 2015/2016

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1 184 Bishop s University 2015/2016 MAT 466a Independent Studies I Open to final-year honours students by arrangement with the department. MAT 467b Independent Studies II See MAT 466a. MAT 480 Honours Research Dissertation Each student is required to carry out an original research project under the supervision of a faculty member. A plan outlining the proposed research must be submitted for approval during the first four weeks of the course. Each student will present his/her results In the form of a seminar and a written dissertation. Cognate Courses: The following courses may count as 200-level Mathematics options: EMA 262ab Mathematical Economics I PHY 208a Introduction to Mechanics The following courses may count as 300-level Mathematics options: CS 308 Scientific Programming CS 317 Design and Analysis of Algorithms CS 455 Theoretical Aspects of Computer Science EMA 361ab Econometrics II EMA 362ab Mathematical Economic II PHY 318 Advanced Mechanics Physics Physics is often regarded as the cornerstone of the Natural Sciences. It encompasses a diverse range of disciplines including photonics, electronics, astrophysics, particle physics, and solid state physics. The BSc Major program prepares students for industry, education and, on completion of a qualifying year, graduate work in physics. The Major program has sufficient electives to allow a substantial number of courses to be taken in another discipline (minor program), or even a second Major program in a related discipline. The BSc Honours program prepares students for direct entry into graduate work in physics (leading to an MSc or PhD degree). Students may be admitted into the Honours program after one year is completed in the Physics Major program. The Master of Science (MSc) program is designed to give students a deeper appreciation of physics while at the same time training them to become independent researchers. Graduate supervision is available in a wide variety of disciplines including astrophysics, theoretical cosmology and gravitational theory, and particle physics. Undergraduate Programs Minor: A minor in Physics consists of PHY 101, PHY 206, PHL 206, PHY 207, PHY 208 and four other lecture courses in Physics selected from 200 and 300 level courses. The total course credit requirement for the minor is 24 credits. Major: The following courses are required for a Physics Major: PHY 101, PHY 206, PHY 207, PHY 208, PHY 270, PHY 315, PHY 316, PHY 317, PHY 318, PHY 319, PHY 320, PHY 321, PHY 361, PHY 371; MAT 108, MAT 206, MAT 207, MAT 209; CS 211. Total: 42 lecture-course credits physics, 12 credits mathematics, 3 credits computer science, 30 credits options, = 87 lecture-course credits. Physics labs: PHL 206, PHL 385, PHL 386, PHL 387, PHL 388, Computer Science lab: CSL 211. Total of 10 lab-course credits. When any lecture course (e.g., PHY 206), also has an associated courses must be taken concurrently. Laboratory credits thus obtained are in addition to the total required lecture credits specified above for the program. Honours: The following courses are required for the Physics Honours: PHY 101, PHY 206, PHY 207, PHY 208, PHY 270, PHY 315, PHY 316, PHY 317, PHY 318, PHY 319, PHY 320, PHY 321, PHY 361, PHY 371, PHY 462, additional 400-level course, 480; MAT 108, MAT 206, MAT 207, MAT 209, MAT 317; CS 211. Total: 54 lecture-course credits physics, 15 credits mathematics, 3 credits computer science, 15 credits options, = 87 lecture-course credits. Physics labs: PHL 206, PHL 385, PHL 386, PHL 387, PHL 388, Computer Science lab: CSL 211. Total of 10 lab-course credits. When any lecture course (e.g., PHY 206) also has an associated courses must be taken concurrently. Laboratory credits thus obtained are in addition to the total required lecture credits specified above for the program. Entrance Requirements for Honours Program: A student will normally be admitted to the honours program after obtaining at least a 70% average on all required second-year (200-level) physics and mathematics courses. In order to complete an honours degree, a student must normally obtain an average of at least 65% in required physics courses in each academic year. Laboratory Courses: When any lecture course (e.g., PHY 206) also has an associated courses must be taken concurrently. Laboratory credits thus obtained are in addition to the total required lecture credits specified above for the program. Graduate Programs Entrance Requirements (MSc): Students who have completed a BSc degree in physics with at least a B average will be considered for admission into the graduate program. Students who have completed only a major in the subject may be required to take additional courses at the Master s level. Students who have been admitted will be assigned a supervisor by the Chair of Physics. The student s research interests will be taken into consideration when a supervisor is assigned. Current areas of research in the department include astrophysics, gravity and cosmology, particle physics and theoretical physics.

2 Physics 185 Course Requirements (MSc): The MSc degree requires the successful defense of a thesis (15 credits), participation in the seminar series (18 credits), and the completion of a minimum of 12 credits in course work. Course selection is determined in consultation with the thesis supervisor and departmental chair. All MSc students must make an oral presentation and defense of their thesis before graduating. The normal period for completion of the M.Sc. degree requirements is two academic years (four semesters). The minimum number of credits required to complete the program is 45. COURSE GROUPINGS Elective Courses (Liberal Science Options) These courses are open to any students with little or no scientific background. PHY 111 Physics of Everyday Phenomena PHY 112 Introduction to Holography PHY 113 Introduction to Astronomy Physics Major and Honours Courses Four-year Program (BSc) for High School Graduates 1st year: Courses have numbers that start with 100 to nd year: Courses have numbers that start with 200 to rd year: Courses have numbers that start with 300 to th year: Courses have numbers that start with 400 to 499. Note that 3rd year students may take 400-level courses if they have the prerequisites. Three-year Program (BSc) for CEGEP Graduates in Pure Science 1 st year: Courses have numbers that start with 100 to nd year: Courses have numbers that start with 300 to rd year: Courses have numbers that start with 400 to 499. Note that 3 rd year students may take 400-level courses if they have the prerequisites. Physics Honours Courses Final-year Honours physics courses have numbers that start with 400 and end at 480. Graduate Courses All graduate MSc courses have numbers that start with 500 or above. COURSE DESCRIPTIONS PHY 101 Statistical Methods in Experimental Science This course is specifically designed to meet the needs of students of physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics and computer science. Topics include: errors of observation, graphical visualization of data; descriptive analysis, elementary probability, permutations and combinations; the binomial, normal and Poisson distributions; random sampling; testing hypotheses, significance levels, confidence limits, large and small sampling methods; regression and correlation; chi-square test; analysis of variance (ANOVA). Note: In order for students to obtain credit for both PHY 101 and MAT 315, PHY 101 must be taken first or concurrently. Students who are enrolled in, or who have credit for, PMA 160, BMA 141, or EMA 141 may not enrol in this course. PHY 111 The Physics of Everyday Phenomena This course is designed to meet the needs of non-science students by providing them with a practical introduction to physics and science as it is applies to everyday life. Students are assumed to have no background in math or science. By allowing students to practice science through practical demonstrations of physical phenomena and engaging in small-group inquiry and discussion, they will learn to think logically when solving problems, enhance their scientific literacy, and develop their physical intuition. Typical questions that will be addressed include: Why is the sky blue? Why purchase a car with an anti-locking brake system (ABS)? Where is lightning most likely to strike and how can you best protect yourself? How do medical scanning procedures such as MRI work? Does a curve ball really curve or is it an optical illusion? Note: Students enrolled in a program in the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics cannot use this course for science credits. PHY 112 / FIN 209 Introduction to Holography This course is designed to give students an introduction to the principles of laser holography (3-D photography) while at the same time providing them with the opportunity to create holograms in the laboratory. Students are assumed to have no background in mathematics or science. Students will make holograms using single and multiple beam reflection and transmission techniques. Special topics related to the making of rainbow, colour, and other types of holograms will be discussed and attention will be given to the application of this medium as a form of visual expression. In addition students will be able to apply their knowledge to create holograms at home (sandbox holography). Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. See FIN 209 Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for FIN 209 Students enrolled in a program in the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics cannot use this course for science credits. PHY 113 Introduction to Astronomy An outline of our knowledge of the size, structure and possible origin of the Universe. Starting with the primitive speculations of the Greeks, the course ends with the theory of the expanding universe and its origin in the Big Bang. Prerequisite: Students should have a background in high school mathematics. PHY 191a Introductory Physics I (Mechanics) This course is designed to give students an introduction to classical mechanics. Topics that will be covered include statics, particle kinematics in one and two dimensions, particle dynamics and Newton s Laws, conservation of energy and momentum, and rotational kinematics and dynamics. Corequisite: MAT 191a, or MAT 198a This course should be taken concurrently with Physics Lab 191 (PHL 191). This course is for students who lack collegial Physics NYA. Students who have received credit for an equivalent course taken elsewhere may not register for this course. Credit will be given for only one of PHY 191a, PHY 193a or PHY 199f. PHL 191a Introductory Physics Laboratory I A series of experiments in General Physics to complement the material covered in PHY 191a. This course must be taken concurrently with PHY 191a. May not be taken for credit if credit has been granted for PHL 193a. PHY 192b Introductory Physics II (Electricity and Magnetism) This course is designed to give students an introduction to electromagnetism and its applications. Topics that will be covered include Coulomb s Law, electric fields, electric potential, capacitance, direct current circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction, alternating current circuits, and electromagnetic waves. Prerequisite: PHY 191a, PHY 193a, or the permission of the instructor. Corequisite: MAT 192b, or MAT 199b This course should be taken concurrently with PHL 192b. This course is for students who lack collegial Physics NYB. Students who have received credit for an equivalent course taken elsewhere may not register for this course. Credit will be given for only one of PHY 192b, PHY 194b or PHY 199f. PHL 192b Introductory Physics Laboratory II A series of experiments in General Physics to complement the material covered in PHY 192b. This course must be taken concurrently with PHY 192b. May not be taken for credit if credit has been granted for PHL 194b.

3 186 Bishop s University 2015/2016 PHY 193a Physics for the Life Sciences I This course is designed to emphasize topics of particular relevance to the life sciences. Topics that will be covered include: mechanics (statics, kinematics, dynamics, conservation of energy and momentum, rotational motion); fluid dynamics (pressure, elasticity, viscosity, diffusion); and thermodynamics (temperature, heat transport, kinetic theory of gases). Concepts and problemsolving skills are emphasized. Corequisite: MAT 191a or MAT 198a This course should be taken concurrently with PHL 193a. This course is for students who lack collegial Physics NYA. Students who have received credit for an equivalent course taken elsewhere may not register for this course. Credit will be given for only one of PHY 191a, PHY 193a, and PHY 199f. PHL 193b Physics for the Life Sciences Laboratory I A series of experiments in college physics to complement the material covered in PHY 193a. This course must be taken concurrently with PHY 193a. May not be taken for credit if credit has been granted for PHL 191a. PHY 194b Physics for the Life Sciences II This course is designed to emphasize topics of particular relevance to the life sciences. Topics that will be covered include: vibrations and waves; sound; electrostatics (charges, electric fields and potential); circuits; magnetism (forces, induction, electromagnetic waves); optics (interference, diffraction, instruments); and modern physics (atoms, radioactivity, MRI, CAT). Prerequisite: PHY 191a or PHY 193a or the permission of the instructor. Corequisite: MAT 192b or MAT 199b. This course should be taken concurrently with PHL 194b. This course is for students who lack collegial Physics NYB. Students who have received credit for an equivalent course taken elsewhere may not register for this course. Credit will be given for only one of PHY 192b, PHY 194b, and PHY 199f. PHL 194b Physics for the Life Sciences Laboratory II A series of experiments in college physics to complement the material covered in PHY 194b. This course must be taken concurrently with PHY 194b. May not be taken for credit if credit has been granted for PHL 192b. PHY 199 Introduction to University Physics An introduction to the fundamentals of classical physics. Concepts and problemsolving skills are emphasized. Topics in the area of mechanics include: translational, rotational, and oscillatory motion; Newtonian dynamics; conservation of energy, linear momentum, and angular momentum; heat and the kinetic theory of gases. Topics in the area of electricity and magnetism include: electric fields and potentials; AC and DC circuit theory; magnetism and the properties of magnetic materials; electromagnetic waves and optics. Prerequisites: Students must normally have completed upper-level high school physics and mathematics courses, or must satisfy admission requirements into the B.Sc. degree at Bishop s University. Students taking this course require a knowledge of basic calculus which may be gained concurrently. Corequisite: PHL 199 Students may not have credit for both PHY 199 and other introductory physics courses (i.e., PHY 191 and PHY 192 or their equivalents). PHL 199 Introduction to University Physics Laboratory A series of experiments that complements the lecture material in PHY199. This laboratory course includes experiments in measurement and uncertainty, statics, dynamics, collisions, AC and DC circuit analysis, electrostatics, magnetism optics and thermodynamics. Corequisite: PHY 199 Students may not have credit for both PHL 199 and other introductory physics laboratory courses (i.e., PHL 191a and 192b or their equivalents). PHY 206 Waves and Optics Wave phenomena. Wave and photon theories of light. Huygen s Principle and its applications. Geometrical optics. Optical instruments. Basic models of Interference, Diffraction and Polarization of light. Prerequisite: PHY 191 or PHY 193 Corequisite: PHL 206 PHL 206 Waves and Optics Laboratory Experiments in geometrical and physical optics and wave motion. This course must be taken concurrently with PHY 206. PHY 207 Thermal and Fluid Physics Pressure, hydrostatics, and hydrodynamics. Properties of materials and Young s Modulus. Temperature and Heat. Kinetic theory of gases. Energy, work, heat. First, second, and third laws of thermodynamics. Entropy and Disorder. Specific heat of solids, black body radiation, statistical thermodynamics involving different distributions and their applications. Prerequisite: PHY 191 (or equivalent) PHY 208 Introduction to Mechanics Statics: equilibrium of bodies subject to many forces. Kinematics; rectilinear, plane, circular and simple harmonic motion. Dynamics: conservation of mechanical energy and momentum; plane and circular motion of particles; rotation of macroscopic bodies. Non-Inertial Frames. Prerequisite: PHY 191 or equivalent and PHY 270 (or equivalent), or permission of the instructor PHY 214 Astronomy and Astrophysics A survey of our understanding of the physical properties of the universe. Topics to be studied include: observational astronomy, stellar evolution, binary stars, white dwarfs, neutron stars, black holes, galaxies, quasars, large scale structure of the universe, and cosmology. Prerequisite: PHY 191 (or equivalent), MAT 191 (or equivalent), or permission of the instructor. PHY 270 Differential Equations Techniques for solving first and second order linear differential equations. Systems of first order equations. Power series solutions for second order equations including the method of Frobenius. Various applications of differential equations. Corequisite: MAT 206 Note: See MAT 310. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for MAT 310. PHY 315 Relativity Theory Special Relativity. Lorentz Transformations. The geometry of space-time. Relativistic mechanics of massive and massless particles. Elementary Particles. Corequisite: PHY 208 PHY 316 Physical and Contemporary Optics Wave theory, polarization, interference diffraction. Basics of coherence theory, lasers, holography. Quantum nature of light. Prerequisite: PHY 206 PHY 317 Statistical and Thermal Physics The statistical definition of entropy and temperature. Statistical Ensembles. The Planck and Maxwell-Boltzmann distributions. The Fermi and Bose distributions. Thermodynamic functions. Applications of Fermi-Dirac and Bose-Einstein statistics. Prerequisite: PHY 207 PHY 318 Advanced Mechanics Newtonian gravitation and central forces: planetary orbits; tides. The Lagrangian and Hamilton s Principle. Applications to the dynamics of particles. Theory of Vibrations and Small Oscillations. Dynamics of macroscopic bodies. Non-linear dynamics. Prerequisite: PHY 208, PHY 270, or permission of the instructor. PHY 319 Electric Circuits and Electronics Review of D.C. circuits, Kirchoff s laws, network theorems. Network analysis for A.C. circuits, phasors. Diode circuits and filters. The physical basis of semiconductor devices including semiconductor diodes, junction transistors, and field-effect transistors. The operation of transistor amplifiers, digital electronics and integrated circuits will also be covered. Prerequisite: PHY 192 or NYB or permission of instructor. Note: See CS 379. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for CS 379. PHY 320 Electromagnetism I Review of vector calculus. Electrostatics: fields and potentials of point charges, dipoles, and distributed charges; Gauss s theorem; Poisson s and Laplace s equations; dielectrics; capacitance. Current electricity. Prerequisite: PHY 192, PHY 208; MAT 207

4 Physics 187 PHY 321 Electromagnetism II Magnetic phenomena, magnetic induction, Ampere s Law, and solenoids. Faraday s Law and the displacement current. Magnetic and dielectric materials. Magnetic and electric fields: Maxwell s equations of the electro-magnetic field; plane electromagnetic radiation in dielectrics and conducting media. Radiation and Antennae. Prerequisite: PHY 320 PHY 335 / ENV 375 Environmental Physics This quantitative, calculus-based, course discusses fundamental environmental problems within a physical context. Topics covered include: the greenhouse effect, blackbody radiation, the ozone problem, mathematical techniques, heat transfer, electricity, the transport of pollutants, plumes, and basic groundwater hydrology. Prerequisites: Environmental Science 101; PHY 207. Note : See Environmental Science 375. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for Environmental Science 375. PHY 361 Quantum Mechanics I Topics to be studied include: foundations of quantum mechanics, angular momentum quantization, the Schrodinger equation, central potentials, onedimensional systems, and the hydrogen atom. Corequisite: PHY 318, or permission of the instructor. PHY 365 Data Communications This course will cover how data flows in communications networks. Topics: Hardware, software and basic components of data communications; frequency domain representation, modulation, multiplexing; network configurations. Prerequisite: CS 211, or permission of the instructor. Note: See CS 315. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for CS 315. PHY 371 Mathematical Methods of Physics Discussion of series solutions in connection with the gamma function and Bessel, Legendre and hypergeometric functions. Laplace transform with applications. Elementary trigonometric Fourier series and boundary value problems. Certain partial differential equations of physics. Prerequisites: MAT 310 or PHY 270 Note: See MAT 311. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for MAT 311. PHY 374 Data Mining for Scientists Data is now created faster than humans are able to understand it and use it. There may be patterns hiding within this data with potentially useful information. This course will teach students, including Biology and Biochemistry students as well as those from Computer Science, how to discover these patterns for the purpose of solving problems, gaining knowledge, and making predictions. Topics covered in this course include data preparation, clustering, classification, association rules for mining and linear regression. This course includes assignments and a final project where the students are required to perform mining on real datasets drawn from the biological and physical sciences. Prerequisites: PHY 101 (or equivalent) See CS 305 Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for CS 305. PHY 375 Numerical Methods A course introducing those numerical methods best suited to a computer. Error analysis, roots of equations, QR-algorithm, interpolation, Numerical approaches to differentiation, integration and solutions of differential equations. Prerequisites: CS 211. MAT 108, MAT 207 Note: See MAT 325 and CS 375. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for MAT 325 or CS 375. PHY 376 Calculus of Variations Euler-Lagrange equations for constrained and unconstrained single and double integral variational problems. Parameter-invariant single integrals. General variational formula. The canonical formalism. Hilbert s independent integral. Hamilton-Jacobi equation and the Caratheodory complete figure. Fields and the Legendre and Weierstrass sufficient conditions. Prerequisite: Permission of the Instructor Note: See MAT 405. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for MAT 405. PHY 378 Scientific Programming This course is designed as an introduction to programming languages and environments suitable for the numerically intensive applications in the natural sciences and mathematics. Examples will be given to illustrate the use of Fortran in numerical calculations. Other examples will be tackled using the Maple language initially developed to handle problems in symbolic computation. Prerequisite: CS 404, or permission of the instructor Note: See CS 408. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for CS 408. PHY 380ab Experiential Learning in Astronomy Students will be expected to work in the Observatory as a telescope operator, guide, and/or public speaker. These activities will help fulfill the Observatory s role as a resource for public outreach in the field of science. Students will be expected to become conversant with the essentials of observational astronomy and to develop their ability to articulate the importance of astronomy and science to the general public through oral and/or written communication. Students must seek out an internal supervisor (a full-time faculty member) who will supervise their activities. Assessment of the student will be based on a mark assigned by the supervisor and will reflect the quality of the work carried out by the student. Students must also submit a journal detailing the actual daily work that was accomplished. Projects may be intensive in nature (i.e., 3 weeks during the summer), or may extend over longer durations (i.e., 6-8 hours per week during the semester). Students may only take one experiential learning course for credit. Permission of the instructor. PHL 385 Intermediate Physics Lab I Introduction to data acquisition and analysis of experiments which serve to measure the fundamental constants or properties of nature (e.g., Planck s constant, Boltzmann s constant, speed of light, charge of electron, Landé g-factor). Data will be collected by using a variety of instruments including oscilloscopes, computer interfaces using A/D converters, and other data sensors. PHL 386 Intermediate Physics Lab II Experiments in quantum physics, non-linear dynamics (chaos), thermodynamics, and low-temperature physics will be carried out. Computer interfaces and nuclear counters will be used to collect and analyze data. PHL 387 Intermediate Physics Lab III Introduction to data acquisition and the analysis of data related to experiments in electricity and magnetism, electronics, and physical optics. Experiments include the magnetization of various materials, the Hall effect, and advanced spectroscopy. Computer interfaces will be used to collect and analyze data. PHL 388 Intermediate Physics Lab IV Experiments in electricity and magnetism, electronics, holography, and optical astronomy will be carried out. Students will also be allowed to carry out numerical simulations in any area pertaining to computational physics. PHY 462 Quantum Mechanics II Matrix mechanics and applications of quantum mechanics to various branches of physics. Perturbation theory, scattering, molecular applications, and Hartree-Fock Theory. Prerequisite: PHY 361 PHY 463 Nuclear Physics Nuclear structure and systematics; alpha emission, beta decay, gamma emission, two-body systems and nuclear reactions; neutron physics; sub-nuclear particles. Prerequisite: PHY 361 PHY 464 Condensed Matter Physics Topics to be studied include the one-electron theory of solids, energy bands, lattice vibrations, transport theory, and thermodynamic properties. Prerequisite: PHY 317, or permission of the department. PHY 465 Electromagnetic Theory Static and dynamic electric and magnetic fields; Maxwell s equations and solutions involving plane waves. Covariant formulation of electromagnetic field theory. Prerequisite: PHY 321

5 188 Bishop s University 2015/2016 PHY 466 Theoretical Topics Topics to be studied will be selected from the areas of special and general relativity, particle physics, astrophysics and cosmology. In particular, the covariant nature of physics and various physical symmetries will be investigated. Prerequisites: PHY 317, PHY 318; or the permission of the instructor PHY 467 Statistical Mechanics Derivation of the laws of thermodynamics from statistical principles. Quantum statistics, arbitrarily degenerate and relativistic perfect gases, transport theory, thermodynamic fluctuations, and low-temperature physics will also be studied. Prerequisite: PHY 317 PHY 469 Independent Studies I PHY 470 Independent Studies II PHY 474 Relativistic Astrophysics Topics to be studied include: Cosmology, inflation, dark energy, compact objects, relativistic fluid dynamics, gravitational lensing and gravitational waves. See PHY 574 Students who take this course for credit may not receive credit for PHY 574. PHY 475 Numerical Methods and Simulations This course will cover selected topics in High Performance Computing including cellular automata, finite element methods, molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo methods, and multigrid methods. Applications of the algorithms to the study of classical fields, fluid dynamics, materials properties, nanostructures, and biomolecules will be addressed depending on the interests of the students. See PHY 575. Students may not take this course for credit if they have received credit for PHY 575. PHY 476 Stellar Astrophysics An introduction to the properties of stellar atmospheres and interiors. The equations of stellar evolution, nuclear energy generation, radiative transport and stellar model building will be studied. Further topics include the formation of stars, and the physics associated with supernovae, white dwarfs, neutron stars, pulsars and black holes. PHY 480 Honours Research Dissertation Each student is required to carry out either an experimental or theoretical project under the supervision of a faculty member. A plan outlining the proposed research must be submitted for approval during the first four weeks of the course. Each student will present his/her results in the form of a seminar and a written dissertation. Prerequisite: U3 Honours Physics registration or permission of the department. PHY 561 Quantum Mechanics I Foundation of quantum mechanics; Schrodinger equation, angular momentum, central potentials, harmonic oscillator, hydrogen atom. Students who have received credit for PHY 461 may not enrol in this course. PHY 562 Quantum Mechanics II Matrix mechanics and applications of quantum mechanics to various branches of physics. Perturbation theory, scattering, molecular applications, and Hartree-Fock Theory. Students who have received credit for PHY 462 may not enrol in this course. PHY 564 Condensed Matter Physics Topics to be studied include the one-electron theory of solids, energy bands, lattice vibrations, transport theory, and thermodynamic properties. Students who have received credit for PHY 464 may not enrol in this course. PHY 565 Electromagnetic Theory Static and dynamic electric and magnetic fields: Maxwell s equations and solutions involving plane waves. Covariant formulation of electromagnetic field theory. Students who have received credit for PHY 475 may not enrol in this course. PHY 566 Theoretical Topics Topics to be studied will be selected from the areas of special and general relativity, particle physics, astrophysics and cosmology. In particular, the covariant nature of physics and various physical symmetries will be investigated. PHY 567 Statistical Mechanics Derivation of the laws of thermodynamics from statistical principles. Quantum statistics, arbitrarily degenerate and relativistic perfect gases, transport theory, thermodynamic fluctuations, and low-temperature physics will also be studied. Students who have received credit for PHY 467 may not enrol in this course. PHY 571 Advanced Quantum Theory Topics to be studied include: Path integral and second quantization approaches to non-relativistic quantum mechanics. Feynman rules and diagrams. Relativistic quantum field of spin-zero particles. PHY 572 Particle Physics Quantum field theory of spin 1 2 and spin 1 particles will be introduced. Topics include: renormalization and the renormalization group; quantum electrodynamics and quantum chromodynamics; the Standard Model of particle physics; overview of string theory. PHY 573 Advanced General Relativity Topics to be studied include: differential geometry, Einstein equations, junction conditions, shell and dust collapse, gravitational waves and black hole thermodynamics. PHY 574 Relativistic Astrophysics Topics to be studied include: Cosmology, inflation, dark energy, compact objects, relativistic fluid dynamics, gravitational lensing, and gravitational waves. PHY 575 Numerical Methods & Simulations This course will cover selected topics in High Performance Computing including cellular automata, finite element methods, molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo methods, and multigrid methods, with applications to classical fields, fluid dynamics, materials properties, nanostructures, and biomolecules. PHY 576 Stellar Astrophysics I An introduction to the properties of stellar atmospheres and interiors. The equations of stellar evolution, nuclear energy generation, radiative transport and stellar model building will be studied. Further topics include the formation of starts, and the physics associated with supernovae, white dwarfs, neutron stars, and pulsars. PHY 577 Many-Body Quantum Theory in Condensed Matter Systems The following topics will be studied: Green s functions at zero and finite temperature; the interacting electron gas; the Hubbard model and strongly correlated systems; electron-phonon interaction; superconductivity and superfluidity. PHY 578 Selected Topics in Astronomy & Astrophysics Topics to be determined in consultation with prospective students. PHY 579 Selected Theoretical Topics Topics to be determined in consultation with prospective students. PHY 580f Graduate Seminar I Students are expected to participate in the departmental seminar series and to make a presentation on either their own work or on a research-related topic. All M.Sc. Students are normally expected to enrol in this course at the beginning of their first year of studies. with PHY 581. PHY 581f Graduate Seminar II Students in the second year of their degree program are expected to participate in the departmental seminar series and to make a presentation on either their own work or on a research-related topic. with PHY 580. PHY 586 Stellar Astrophysics II A detailed study of the physics that determines the evolution of stars during all of their possible phases. This includes radiative hydrodynamics and atmospheric modeling, specialized equations of state, and the nuclear physics needed to understand the various channels that lead to the creation of the heavy elements. The physics of neutrino production and detection will also be investigated. These topics will form the basis for a study of the evolution of supernovae and other highenergy phenomena in stellar astrophysics. PHY 600ab Thesis Research Dissertation Each student is required to carry out independent, publishable research that is presented in the form of a thesis. The research is conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. The thesis will be evaluated externally and must be successfully defended in a meeting for which the presentation of the thesis results is open to all members of the academic community.